Things To Do In Florence

Always up for broadening your horizons and imaginative ways to get inspired, you're eager to discover an exciting city from top to bottom. You're keen to chart a course in a different direction. It's not hard to fill your days, because Expedia can hook you up with tons of things to do. Find and book your activities today, and all that's left to do is pack your suitcase and dream about all the places you'll go. Coming up: Florence!

The activities in Florence are not only perfect for you, but they won't cost an arm and a leg. We have 147 things to do here, and you can get them starting at £8. Book your favourite day trip on Expedia at an ideal rate, and you will still have money for a fancy hotel or fine meal while you're in town.

Florence is a favourite among inquisitive minds similar to you. In fact, many travellers have been visiting Florence to check out local hot spots and explore the best things to do, and many are already thinking of come back. The top things to do can grab the curiosity of even well-versed explorers, and one look at our list explains why. Our activities includes an impressive range of historically themed outings and excitement. With unique ways to discover the best this area has to offer like a 3-Day Combo Package: Florence, Tuscany & Cinque Terre to unequalled ways to discover the best this area has to provide like a Venice Day Trip by High-Speed Train from Florence, there is a huge selection of things to do to choose from when you consider all the things you can do here at Expedia.

It takes an expert itinerary to really get the most out of Florence, particularly when you intend to include plenty of food and entertainment. And we can tell you don't plan to sleep all day遥ou're excited to get out and take it all in. You're excited to sign up for the most essential activities around, and an exploration of historic city neighbourhoods is always time well spent. Our activities are the ideal way to organise your holiday. Book group tours on Expedia, and you'll learn all about the city's history along the way.

Things to Do in Florence

The birthplace of the Renaissance is an art lover’s dream but it’s hard to imagine a prettier picture than the views of this romantic city from the river Arno that runs through it. Florence’s streets have surprisingly changed little since the Renaissance, and tucked away in its narrow lanes are stories of the great men and ladies who lived here, not to mention some very fine dining opportunities indeed or the fashion boutiques to explore that bear testament to the city that gave birth to both Gucci and Roberto Cavalli.

Via de' Tornabuoni - This is where Florence’s fashionistas hang out as designer boutiques parade their wares. If you need to know the price you probably can’t afford it!

North of the Duomo - This busy quarter is the best area for shopping and at its centre is the vast covered Mercato Centrale and an intriguing, and rather hectic, street market.

South of the River (Oltrarno) - More swanky shops and architectural delights can be discovered by crossing the Ponte Vecchio. Here you will also find the expansive Bóboli Gardens.

Things to See in Florence

Many of the towers in churches and palaces offer commanding views over the city, including those in the Palazzo Vecchio, the dome of the Cathedral, Giotto's Bell Tower or San Miniato al Monte (where at Vespers you can appreciate the view to the accompaniment of monks singing). The development of Renaissance art can be traced by visiting the Uffizi (where Michelangelo’s sculptures await alongside many other canonical works of art) and the Bargello. The true beauty of Florence, however, lies all around you - take a tour or just let your feet do the walking.

Things to Do in Florence

Florentine cuisine is a by-word for excellence and there are no shortage of opportunities to sample it in the city. Take a trip out to the surrounding countryside and Chianti vineyards to escape the crowds and indulge your senses. There is plenty of retail therapy to be had in any of the city’s marvellous shopping districts. Opera was born here so this is the perfect place to enjoy a night of arias but it’s hard to tear yourself away from the delights of an evening stroll with gelato in hand.

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